On Sunday, it appears the Ravens may have admitted that they made the wrong choice in signing Painter, as the team reportedly signed Dixon to the practice squad, replacing Painter who was released on Friday.

The decision to sign Dixon, a true dual-threat quarterback, shows that the team favors a dynamic player to backup starter Joe Flacco.

Flacco, who is a stereotypical pocket passer, is now backed up by Dixon and second-year quarterback Tyrod Taylor, both players who are a threat to run the ball.

While Dixon didn't play in a single game in 2011, he still provides the veteran leadership that Taylor lacks as the backup quarterback. Taylor will of course enter the season as the No. 2 quarterback on the depth chart, but there's a chance that Dixon could take over that job by season's end.

In four NFL seasons, Dixon has started three games, with his first career start coming against the Ravens in 2009.

For his career, Dixon has one touchdown pass and two interceptions on 59 pass attempts. He also has 56 rushing yards and one touchdown on 10 attempts.

Signing Dixon isn't anything flashy, but he is an upgrade over Painter. Anytime a team can upgrade over a certain player, it is a positive signing.